Our work

Together with our partners, networks and local communities, we specifically focus on three key areas as the foundations of a more just and equitable society: 
By investing in the power of women, we are supporting communities in their efforts to lift themselves out of poverty and contribute to a more just and equitable society.

Education  

Education is a powerful tool for advancing women and promoting gender equality. It plays a crucial role in challenging gender norms, improving women's economic opportunities, fostering leadership skills, and breaking the cycle of discrimination.

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Economic empowerment

Economic empowerment builds confidence and expands the ability of women to make genuine life choices for themselves and their families, and fully and equally participate in the future of their communities.
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Advocacy

Advocacy supports the rights of women and girls, empowering them to pursue goals, raise awareness, amplify their voices, and influence decision-makers. It enables them to assert their rights, make informed choices, and drive meaningful change.
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Our impact

Education

Purnima

Purnima Karmakar has worked as a teacher in the Brickfield schools for over six years. A resident of the Basirhat area of West Bengal, India, she finds purpose, contentment and joy in...
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Advocacy

Rajmuni

Rajmuni's dedication to justice and her deep commitment to improving the lives of those living in the tea plantations of Darjeeling inspired her to join the MWIA-funded Legal Aid program...
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Economic empowerment

Bianca

Teaching First Nations women it’s OK to stand up and be leaders. “The first time I visited Balgo, the local women cried,” says Bianca Long. “It made me realise how welcome I was. It really...
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